Case Manager - Healthy Hearts vacancy at Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is looking of Case Manager - Healthy Hearts on Mon, 10 Sep 2012 05:40:36 GMT. A commitment that will enrich a culture. An opportunity that will touch your spirit. Your commitment to healing is a gift that empowers you to touch the lives of our patients in a way that leaves a positive and lasting impact on an entire community. As a member of Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska, your skills and compassion are the keys to a world of opportunity; a chance to...

Case Manager - Healthy Hearts

Location: Bethel Alaska

Description: Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is looking of Case Manager - Healthy Hearts right now, this vacancy will be placed in Alaska. Further informations about this vacancy opportunity please read the description below. A commitment that will enrich a culture. An opportunity that will touch your spirit.

Your commitment to healing is a gift that empowers you to touch the lives of our patients in a way that leaves a positive and lasting impact on an entire community. As a member of Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska, your skills and compassion are the keys to a world of opportunity; a chance to unlock a new adventure while ensuring the vitality of a people with a rich and storied culture. With over 50 rural communities who come to us for care, your spirit will be fulfilled by the promise of a new and exciting life healing the lives of the Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Region. Join us and discover a world changed by your commitment to exceptional care.

Position Summary:
Provides case management services to patients with Type 2 Diabetes who have joined the Healthy Hearts Program. Case management includes health coaching, behavior change theories, clinical disease management, reward systems, and providing case management above and beyond the ordinary as allowed by the study guidelines. Case management is provided by telephone, VTC, computer, and face to face. This position assists the team in fulfilling grant requirements and participates in recruitment and retention efforts. This position is a Napartet goal oriented person who contributes to the mission of YKHC.

Position Qualifications:
Associate degree in nursing/ Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Dietetics, or pharmacy

Two (2) years experience in patient education and/or case management preferred. Background in Diabetes and/or Cardiovascular Disease preferred.

Registered nurse or Registered Dietician eligible for licensure in the state of Alaska, Valid Driver's License and CPR certified.

Work in a typical office, hospital, and village clinic setting. Comprehensive knowledge of PC computers. Ability to operate technology such as digital projector and digital camera. Ability to operate diabetes care medical equipment such as glucometer, ht./weight scale ,blood pressure, etc. Requires some travel to villages via small plane/sub-arctic conditions, moderate lifting of equipment, occasional long working hours, evenings, and weekends.

Grant conditions and policies, study requirements

Strong knowledge base in the field of diabetes and cardiovascular disease

Point of care testing: Blood glucose, cholesterol, etc.

Knowledge of educational principles of adult learning theory, behavior change concepts, empowerment models, motivational interviewing techniques, learning styles and teaching strategies.

Experience working in Alaska Native/American Indian communities. Bi-lingual (Yup’ik/English) preferred.

Benefits Include:
Generous PTO â€" beginning at 4.5 weeks

Ten paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

YKHC exercises Federal Law (PL 93-638), which allows American Indian/Alaska Native preference in hiring for all positions.

Working Together to Achieve Excellent Health

www.ykhc.org

907-543-6060 or 1-800-478-3321 ext 6060
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If you were eligible to this vacancy, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation.

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This vacancy starts available on: Mon, 10 Sep 2012 05:40:36 GMT



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